75 Bible verse about kindness

Summary

75 Bible verse about kindness

75 Bible verse about kindness

Here is a comprehensive, curated collection of 75 Bible Verses strictly focused on Kindness, Compassion, and Lovingkindness.

As a theologian, I have organized these into three thematic sections: The Command to Be Kind, The Kindness of God, and Wisdom Regarding Kindness.

I. The Command to Be Kind

 

Verses instructing believers on how to treat one another.

1. Ephesians 4:32 – “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

2. Colossians 3:12 – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

3. 1 Corinthians 13:4 – “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.”

4. Galatians 5:22 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness…”

5. Proverbs 3:3 – “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.”

6. Micah 6:8 – “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

7. Zechariah 7:9 – “This is what the Lord Almighty said: ‘Administer true justice; show mercy and compassion to one another.’”

8. Romans 12:10 – “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”

9. 2 Timothy 2:24 – “And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.”

10. 1 Thessalonians 5:15 – “Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.”

11. Luke 6:35 – “But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back.”

12. 1 Peter 3:8 – “Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.”

13. 2 Peter 1:7 – “And to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love.”

14. Proverbs 19:17 – “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”

15. Proverbs 14:21 – “It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor, but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.”

16. Proverbs 14:31 – “Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.”

17. Proverbs 11:17 – “Those who are kind benefit themselves, but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.”

18. Proverbs 21:21 – “Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.”

19. Job 6:14 – “Anyone who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the Almighty.”

20. Galatians 6:10 – “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”

21. Hebrews 13:2 – “Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.”

22. 1 Peter 4:8 – “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”

23. Luke 6:31 – “Do to others as you would have them do to you.”

24. Romans 15:2 – “Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up.”

25. 1 Corinthians 16:14 – “Do everything in love.”

II. The Kindness of God (Lovingkindness)

 

Verses describing the nature of God’s kindness toward humanity.

26. Titus 3:4-5 – “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.”

27. Psalm 36:7 – “How priceless is your unfailing love, O God! People take refuge in the shadow of your wings.”

28. Psalm 63:3 – “Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.”

29. Psalm 103:4 – “Who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion.”

30. Psalm 103:8 – “The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.”

31. Psalm 145:17 – “The Lord is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does.”

32. Isaiah 54:8 – “In a surge of anger I hid my face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you.”

33. Isaiah 54:10 – “Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed.”

34. Jeremiah 9:24 – “I am the Lord, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight.”

35. Jeremiah 31:3 – “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.”

36. Romans 2:4 – “Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?”

37. Ephesians 2:7 – “In order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus.”

38. Psalm 23:6 – “Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life.”

39. Psalm 100:5 – “For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.”

40. Psalm 117:2 – “For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever.”

41. Nehemiah 9:17 – “But you are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love.”

42. Joel 2:13 – “Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love.”

43. Lamentations 3:22-23 – “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning.”

44. Isaiah 63:7 – “I will tell of the kindnesses of the Lord, the deeds for which he is to be praised.”

45. Psalm 25:6 – “Remember, Lord, your great mercy and love, for they are from of old.”

46. Psalm 69:16 – “Answer me, Lord, out of the goodness of your love; in your great mercy turn to me.”

47. Psalm 107:1 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”

48. Romans 11:22 – “Consider therefore the kindness and sternness of God: sternness to those who fell, but kindness to you, provided that you continue in his kindness.”

49. Psalm 31:21 – “Praise be to the Lord, for he showed me the wonders of his love.”

50. Psalm 42:8 – “By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me.”

III. Wisdom on Pleasant Words & Acts

 

Proverbs and narratives illustrating the impact of kindness.

51. Proverbs 16:24 – “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”

52. Proverbs 15:1 – “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”

53. Proverbs 12:25 – “Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.”

54. Proverbs 31:26 – “She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” (Often translated: “The law of kindness is on her tongue”).

55. Proverbs 11:16 – “A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.”

56. Proverbs 15:26 – “The Lord detests the thoughts of the wicked, but gracious words are pure in his sight.”

57. Proverbs 22:9 – “The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.”

58. Acts 28:2 – “The islanders showed us unusual kindness. They built a fire and welcomed us all.”

59. 2 Samuel 9:1 – “David asked, ‘Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?'”

60. Ruth 2:20 – “‘The Lord bless him!’ Naomi said to her daughter-in-law. ‘He has not stopped showing his kindness to the living and the dead.'”

61. Acts 9:36 – “In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha… she was always doing good and helping the poor.”

62. 2 Corinthians 6:6 – “In purity, understanding, patience and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love.”

63. Luke 10:33-34 – “But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him.”

64. Matthew 5:7 – “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”

65. Matthew 25:40 – “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”

66. Romans 12:20 – “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.”

67. Philemon 1:7 – “Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the Lord’s people.”

68. 1 Peter 3:9 – “Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing.”

69. Proverbs 22:11 – “One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.”

70. Psalm 112:5 – “Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice.”

71. Proverbs 15:23 – “A person finds joy in giving an apt reply—and how good is a timely word!”

72. Ephesians 4:29 – “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up.”

73. Colossians 4:6 – “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt.”

74. 1 Samuel 16:7 – “The Lord looks at the heart.” (Implies a heart of kindness).

75. Proverbs 19:22 – “What a person desires is unfailing love.” (Often translated: “What is desired in a man is kindness”).